Are nail salons silent killers?

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Are nail salons silent killers?

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Dec 21, 2009

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Although they have a relatively safe reputation, nail salons may be silent killers. Listen in as Cristen and Molly examine the hidden dangers of the local nail salon in this episode. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://news.iheart.com/podcast-advertisers

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Dec 21, 2009

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Are nail salons silent killers?

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